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What are Omega 3's? |
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Omega 3’s are special fats found in oily fish eg: Salmon, Trout, Mackerel and some Whitefish like Pollock. Scientists and Doctors believe that omega 3 fats are an essential part of the diet for all the family. |
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What is the difference between long and short-chain Omega 3’s? |
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Long-chain Omega 3’s are believed to be the best type of Omega 3’s as these can be used directly by the body and brain, whereas short-chain Omega 3’s have to be converted to long-chain before they can be used to support brain and heart health. |
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What foods contain Long-chain Omega 3’s? |
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Oily fish and seafood are the most convenient sources of long-chain
omega 3’s. |
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What are the benefits of Omega 3’s? |
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Omega 3’s are believed to support heart health and brain development throughout life. |
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How much Omega 3 should I eat? |
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UK experts recommend a daily intake of around 450mg a day of long-chain Omega 3. This equates to one or two portions of oily fish a week. |
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Why not just take Omega 3 supplements? |
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Most of the research linking Omega 3’s with heart health was based on fish consumption not supplements. Fish also delivers other valuable nutrients such as protein, zinc, iodine, selenium, vitamin A and vitamin D. These are not usually present in omega 3 supplements. |
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Are there any Government recommendations about Omega 3’s? |
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Yes. An expert committee advising the Government recommended that adults consume 450mg a day of long-chain Omega 3’s. This equates to one or two portions of oily fish a week. |
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What is Pollock? |
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The Pollock used in our Chip Shop products is caught Wild in the Pacific Ocean around the coasts off Alaska. It is a member of the Cod family and is similar to cod in both texture and colour. |
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Is Pollock a sustainable fish? |
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Yes. The Pollock we use in our Chip Shop products is caught wild in the Pacific Ocean from a fishery which not only meets our ten principles of responsible fishing but is also approved by the Marine Stewardship Council. (For more information on this please see our page on sustainable fisheries). |
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